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Hazardous Materials: Improving the Safety of Railroad Transportation of Hazardous Materials

Announcement of public meeting and establishment of public docket.

FRA and PHMSA invite interested persons to participate in a public meeting addressing the transportation of hazardous materials by rail. FRA and PHMSA are undertaking a comprehensive review of operational factors that affect the safety of the transportation of hazardous materials by rail and are seeking input from stakeholders and interested parties.

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